Berry Vodka Smash Cocktail Recipe
Introduction
A Berry Vodka Smash is the drink to turn any evening into a lively celebration. Its vibrant blend of fresh berries, bright citrus, and crisp vodka delivers a cocktail that is both beautiful and refreshingly delicious. Thanks to its flexible ingredients and crowd-pleasing flavor, this cocktail is perfect for entertaining, happy hour, or a spontaneous treat just for you.
Why the Berry Vodka Smash Stands Out
This cocktail entices with muddled seasonal berries paired with zingy lemon and a hint of sweetness, all balanced by the smooth bite of vodka. The result? A drink that’s tart, invigorating, and never one-note. It’s endlessly customizable, great year-round, and visually stunning in a glass—making it as impressive as it is easy.
Preparing the Fresh Berry Base
Use a mix of your favorite berries, such as strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries. Fresh is best for the brightest flavor, though frozen berries will work if you muddle them thoroughly. For efficient prep, use a quality Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper to slice and dice any large fruits or citrus needed.
Add your berries to a sturdy glass or cocktail shaker with a few wedges of lemon and a spoonful of sugar or simple syrup. Using a muddler, lightly crush the ingredients to release their juices without pulverizing the berries completely.
The Perfect Vodka Blend
Once your fruit mixture is ready, add chilled vodka and a handful of ice. For a truly consistent blend, pulse the mix quickly in a Ninja BL610 Professional 72 Oz Countertop Blender—just a couple of seconds will do. This step isn’t absolutely necessary but ensures a smooth, well-integrated cocktail, especially if using frozen fruit.
Pour the mixture into a glass filled with ice, then top with club soda for a bubbly finish.
Serving Your Berry Vodka Smash in Style
Serve this cocktail in your favorite tumbler or rocks glass. Garnish with a skewered berry, mint sprig, or lemon wheel for a pop of color. If you’re entertaining, keep things neat and chic with a Pureegg Plastic Table Cloth Disposable 10 Pack, White and present the drinks on a tray.
Ready-made, this cocktail stays fresh and cold—especially when poured into a well-insulated tumbler like the Stanley Quencher ProTour Flip Straw Tumbler, 30 oz, Rose Quartz, which is ideal for outdoor gatherings.
Nutrition and Serving Details
One Berry Vodka Smash contains roughly 180–220 calories, depending on your mix-ins and the amount of sugar or syrup used. This recipe easily scales for a crowd—just multiply as needed for a pitcher!
Berry Vodka Smash Cocktail Recipe Recap
This Berry Vodka Smash combines muddled berries, citrus, vodka, and club soda for a drink with serious visual and flavor appeal. Whether you’re toasting with friends or seeking a rejuvenating solo cocktail, this easy recipe hits all the right notes.
Ingredients
Instructions
- In a sturdy glass or cocktail shaker, combine berries, lemon wedges, and sugar/simple syrup. Use a muddler, or the end of a wooden spoon if needed, to gently crush until the berries release juice.
- Add vodka and a generous scoop of ice. For a truly even blend, pulse the mix for a few seconds in a Ninja BL610 Professional 72 Oz Countertop Blender.
- Strain (if preferred) into a rocks glass or tumbler filled with extra ice. Top with club soda and gently stir to combine.
- Garnish with a fresh mint sprig and skewered berries. Use a Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper for fuss-free lemon slices or berry prep if making multiples.
- If outdoors, pour into a Stanley Quencher ProTour Flip Straw Tumbler, 30 oz, Rose Quartz to keep cold.
Prep and Mixing Time
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Enjoy this vibrant, refreshingly modern Berry Vodka Smash to kick back, impress, and savor the best of berry season any time!